Travel Guard vs SafetyWing
Which travel insurance is better for your Japan trip?
Feature comparison
Travel Guard
Starting PriceFrom $35
Medical CoverageUp to $150K
Trip CancellationUp to $7.5K
Baggage CoverageUp to $2K
Adventure SportsStandard sports
SafetyWing
Starting PriceFrom $62.72/4 weeks
Medical CoverageUp to $250K
Trip CancellationNot included
Baggage CoverageUp to $3K
Adventure SportsLimited
| Feature | Travel Guard | SafetyWing |
|---|---|---|
| Starting Price | From $35 | From $62.72/4 weeks |
| Medical Coverage | Up to $150K | Up to $250K |
| Trip Cancellation | Up to $7.5K | Not included |
| Baggage Coverage | Up to $2K | Up to $3K |
| Adventure Sports | Standard sports | Limited |
Pros & cons
Travel Guard
- ✓Flexible coverage levels
- ✓Responsive claims processing
- ✓Competitive pricing
- ✗Lower medical max ($150K)
- ✗Standard sports only
SafetyWing
- ✓Affordable monthly subscription
- ✓High medical coverage ($250K)
- ✓Great for digital nomads
- ✗No trip cancellation coverage
- ✗Limited adventure sports
Our verdict
SafetyWing edges ahead with 4.3/5. Both are solid choices — pick based on your priorities.